Two Moroccan banks have made it onto the 23rd edition of Forbes’ Global 2000 list of the world’s largest companies for 2025: Attijariwafa Bank and Banque Centrale Populaire. Attijariwafa Bank ranked 979th, with estimated sales of $4.84 billion, profits of $956 million, and total assets of $71.7 billion. The bank’s market value stands at $14.44 billion. Banque Centrale Populaire secured the 1812th spot globally, reporting sales of $3.3 billion, profits of $416.9 million, and
In Morocco, the expansion of forest cover marked a pivotal moment in population dynamics and land use during the Late Stone Age, as demonstrated by a study conducted at the Taforalt and Rhafas caves. Published on Thursday, the findings shed light on the significant reorganization of hunter-gatherer lifestyles in North Africa during the Greenland Interstadial 1 climate interval.
When Nisrine Kasbaoui returned from the United States to Morocco, it was not just a move, but a return as a bearer of dreams and identity. Her journey was about more than geography, it was about giving a cultural voice through fabrics and designs that carry deep meaning. What began as a personal need grew into a project celebrating Amazigh heritage in a modern style, aiming for global reach without losing its roots.
Moroccan chef Ayoub Ayache has won the top prize at the 22nd edition of the World Pizza Makers Championship, held from June 3 to 5 in Naples, Italy—the global capital of pizza. Ayache outperformed a field of top chefs from across the world to claim first place. This historic win makes Ayache the first Moroccan, Arab, and African to secure a global title in the birthplace of Italian pizza. In a post on Instagram, he shared his pride and joy: «Praise be to God, I’ve fulfilled a
Marrakech is rich in history and culture, with stunning palaces, gardens, and museums to explore both inside and outside the medina. This guide highlights the city’s must-see sites, including iconic riads, the Majorelle Garden, the YSL Museum, and the Mohammed VI Museum for Water Civilization.
Algeria’s Minister of Communication, Mohamed Meziane, has reignited the long-running debate over the origins of couscous. Speaking before the House of Representatives yesterday, he accused «the western neighbor» of «stealing» the iconic traditional dish from Algeria. According to Meziane, «all ancient historians agree that couscous, along with its utensils, first appeared in Algeria», though he offered no evidence to support the claim. He also
Facing a wave of social and political protests, Tunisian President Kaïs Saïed's regime is being propped up by Algeria, which sees its main ally in the North Africa-Sahel region at risk. Its key asset: the Polisario.
Russia has reportedly appointed General Sergei Surovikin to lead its military advisors in Algeria, a development reported by the French daily Le Monde on Thursday, June 12. While the Russian Ministry of Defense has not officially announced this appointment of the former commander of the Wagner paramilitary group, a Russian media outlet revealed on May 12 that the Russian embassy in Algeria indirectly confirmed Surovikin's new position. This confirmation stemmed from photographs taken during a
Moroccan political scientist Hisham Aidi was recently awarded the Vanguard Award in the United States, in recognition of his work on the legacy of Malcolm X, the iconic American civil rights leader. The distinction was presented to him by Ilyasah Shabazz, daughter of the late activist, and the city of New York. An academic advisor at the Malcolm X & Dr. Betty Shabazz Memorial & Educational Center, Aidi was honored for his contributions to preserving and amplifying Malcolm X’s
China has announced plans to eliminate all tariffs on goods from 53 African countries it maintains diplomatic ties with, including Morocco. The move, announced following a meeting between senior Chinese and African officials in Changsha, is part of a broader economic pact aimed at boosting African exports to the Chinese market. The initiative will extend duty-free access beyond least developed countries (LDCs) to include middle-income nations. «It enables middle-income countries like
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